Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning

Caledonia Community School District•Caledonia, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning will assist the Executive Director in coordinating all aspects of the district’s instructional program. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader able to enhance student achievement through innovative instructional practices and robust professional development for all teaching staff.

Requirements

Master's Degree or higher in education, instructional technology, or educational leadership
Valid K-12 Administrative certification
Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience required
Previous administrative or instructional leadership experience preferred
Skilled collaborator, communicator, and relationship-builder
Ability to analyze data and use data to drive decision-making
Self-motivated team player who is able to multitask and prioritize
Ability to navigate and utilize Google Suite, and willingness to learn how to navigate and utilize other technology platforms
Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and manage complex projects
Evidence of strong conceptual, analytical, organizational, and management skills
Ability to facilitate change management within individuals, teams, and organizations, including implementing professional learning for adult learners and staff development
Knowledge of PK-12 curriculum, standards, instruction, interventions, and assessment
Broad understanding of public school laws and policies as they relate to the delivery of instructional services
Experience working with, and developing programs for, diverse groups of students

Responsibilities

Guiding the development and implementation of policies and practices that ensure the responsible, safe, and effective integration of AI and other digital tools in K–12 education.
Providing administrative oversight for CTE programs, ensuring alignment with state standards and workforce trends.
Fostering partnerships with local industries and post-secondary institutions.
Facilitating the Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP) at the district level.
Working with building principals to analyze data and implement evidence-based strategies.
Designing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive professional learning plan for teaching staff, focusing on technology integration and high-leverage instructional strategies.
Providing leadership and direct support for district school improvement process.
Supervising and evaluating building administrators.
Developing meeting cadences and agendas for the District MICIP Team.
Designing, facilitating, and delivering professional development for leaders and teachers.
Serving as a co-leader of the District AI Steering Committee.
Supporting the effective use of technology to enhance, not replace, learning.
Supporting the development of CTE programming across the grades, from targeted experiences at elementary to internship opportunities at the high school.
Working collaboratively with district/school level administrators, school-based leadership teams, and teachers.
Maintaining current knowledge of evolving research, relevant trends, and best practices.
Following all Board policies, state laws, and regulations.
Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with families, staff, and community members.
Developing bi-annual reports for the Curriculum & Learning Department for presentation to the School Board.
Effectively communicating with stakeholders on a regular basis via phone or email.
Participating in staff meetings, parent meetings, and other meetings as required and directed.
Attending staff, committee, grade-level, department meetings, and others as assigned by the supervisor.
Collaboratively working with colleagues and as part of a team.
Promoting the vision and mission of Caledonia Community Schools in a positive manner at all times.